THE WEATHER

The Costa Blanca enjoys a privileged climate, with over 2,800 hours of sunshine per year and an average annual temperature of around 18ºC. This microclimate and this time offer the perfect characteristics to live there all the year, with a barely noticeable winter and a spring and summer atmosphere during most of the year.

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The Costa Blanca has a Mediterranean climate, with mild and relatively rainy winters, and warm, sunny summers. Due to its south-east facing position, the Costa Blanca has a mild and sunny microclimate.

There are many sunny days, where the daytime temperature reaches or exceeds 20 degrees, even in winter. In practice, it never snows.

In summer, the heat is usually bearable and there is a bit of breeze, but there can be periods of intense heat, where temperatures can reach even 38/40°C.

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THE REGION

The Costa Blanca is the tourist name given to the area of the Mediterranean coast of the province of Alicante. This region is accessible through two airports: Alicante and Valencia.

Dynamic cities with modern tourist infrastructures, Mediterranean villages where time seems suspended, long beaches of golden sand, with calm and transparent waters and a coastline with luxuriant vegetation formed of impressive cliffs and dream coves.

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The Costa Blanca is a popular tourist destination. The large landscape, marked by orange and almond trees, make this area unique.

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The Costa Blanca offers a range of leisure, sports and a mild Mediterranean climate all year round.

Not far from the coast, salt marshes and their particular natural environment fascinate, as do the mountain ranges and the beautiful forests.

In this region there are about 1,300,000 inhabitants, nearly 30% of whom are foreign residents, and also welcomes nearly 5 million tourists per year.

Benidorm Is the tourist capital. Its strategic location gives it a pleasant microclimate all year round.

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Benitachell is the perfect place to escape the crowds and noise. The beauty of its coast and the tranquility of its beautiful coves are a delight for nature lovers.

In Calpe, the Peñón of Ifach, one of the emblems of the Costa Blanca, is an enormous 332 meter high rock overlooking the sea and dominating the landscape of this singular city.

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Denia offers a very varied coastline. In the south, from the wild coves to the crystal clear waters and to the north of the city and the marina, stretch long sandy beaches.

 

Javea is a true paradise thanks to its natural charm and its famous road of the watchtowers. It surprises by its 15 balconies which allow to take advantage of the impregnable views on the coast with the abundant vegetation.

 

Moraira, built along a beautiful bay, is a pleasant Mediterranean town that charms as much for its fishing port as for the prestigious Club Nautique de Moraira, considered as one of the best marinas of the Valencian Community.

 

Torrevieja is one of the most popular and active cities. In the middle of lush nature and palm trees, small coves follow the magnificent endless beaches and the extraordinary landscape of the salt marshes.

 

Altea is known for enclosing one of the prettiest old towns in the Mediterranean. The magic of this city has for years attracted artists and craftsmen from all over the world, as well as nature lovers inspired by the unparalleled beauty of its coastline.

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Pine-covered mountains, almond fields, olive groves, orange trees and many splendid views are always a discovery.

 

Many hiking trails lead to magnificent views.
By the World Health Organization (WHO), the Costa Blanca is one of the best climates on the planet.

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THE GASTRONOMY

The fish and shellfish of the bay with the fruits and vegetables of the vegetable plains, accompanied by the prestigious wines of the region make up the nucleus of a healthy and natural gastronomy.

Rice, prepared in different ways, is the most famous dish of Alicante cuisine (more than 300 different methods of preparation):
– arroz a banda (rice cooked from a fish broth)
– arroz amb fesols i naps (with beans and turnips)
– arros con costra (rice in crust)
You can also prepare rice with squid and tuna, chicken and lean pork, with squid and tender garlic, or with tuna and pink shrimp.

Seafood and cured meats are on the menu of seaside restaurants: seabream, coarse salt bar, or shellfish sprinkled with lemon, fresh red mullet or whiting.

In the mountainous regions, rice fills the “olleta”, a typical dish made up of pork, sausages and sausages, squash, turnips and beans. The hinterland offers excellent meat dishes: chops and leg of lamb, rabbit with garlic coulis and tomato, as well as charcuterie.

Turrones (nougats) and Jijona ice cream, fresh or dried grapes, dates and almond tarts are the delicious desserts of Alicante’s gastronomy.

The best known dish of Spanish cuisine was born in the 18th century in the Horta de Valencia. The peasants of the region accommodated in their own way the rice of the lagoon near the Albufera.

Sangria is undoubtedly the most famous Spanish drink in the world. It is a punch of red wine born in the 15th century. The mixture quickly became popular and quickly crossed borders.

We advise you:

Restaurant Pepe

A good restaurant in pleasant surroundings and smiling and helpful waiters. Good food.

Ctra Alcalail-Pedreguer, Alcalali, Spain

+34 966 48 24 56

http://www.restaurante-pepe.es/

Bistro/Restaurant Solene (Xalo)

The reception is smiling, the menu is varied and the chef (Belgian) has made very refined dishes. A good address !

Partida Cutes 17, Xalo, Spain

+34 602 60 07 51

Facebook: https://fr-fr.facebook.com/Bistro-Selene-317262365098100/

Boucherie Pipeta (Xalo)

You can buy ham, ask to do it boneless and put it under vacuum for your return. You have to order your ham a week in advance. Superior quality supermarket ham, an exceptional taste to share with family !

Avinguda de les Calcides 162, Benissa, Spain

+34 965 74 72 15

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Restaurant el Castellví (Alcalali)

The reception is smiling, the menu is varied and the chef (Belgian) has made very refined dishes. A good address !

Plaça Mosquera 2, Alcalalí, Spain

+34 966 48 24 81

Restaurant Canis (Benissa)

Beautiful place above Benissa, always book 4 to 5 days in advance

Avinguda de les Calcides 162, Benissa, Spain

+34 965 74 72 15

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Bodegas Xalo (Xalo)

Bodegas Xaló is a cooperative wine with more than 400 partners … To taste with passion and discovery.

Carretera Xaló – Alcanalí, 03727 Xaló, Spain

+34 966 48 00 34

Site Web: http://www.bodegasxalo.com/es/

THE LOCAL ACTIVITIES
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Every day his market! Discover the list of fruit and vegetable markets, flea markets and markets typical of the Costa Blanca region, Dénia, Javea, Moraira, Benidorm, Benitachell, and all the surrounding villages.

Markets
Monday

Callosa d’En Sarria (vêtements), Denia , Elche, La Nucía, Santa Pola, Parcent, Petrer, Monover, Sax, Agres, Formentera, Cox, Granja de Rocamora, Ibi, Penáguila

Tuesday

Altea, Jalón, Orihuela, Callosa d’En Sarria (fruits legumes), Elda, Aspe, Tibi, Sella, Beniarbeig, Benijofar, Campo de Mirra, Castalla, San Fulgencio, Relleu

Wednesday

Benidorm, Benitachell, El Campello, Guardamar del Segura, Ondara, Teulada, Biar, La Mata, Novelda, Polop, Alcoy, Petrer, Bañeres, Monforte del Cid, Orba, Elda, Muchamiel, San Miguel de Salinas, Albatera, Sella, Alqueries, Benejama, Beniarres, Benilloba, Callosa del Segura, San Miguel de Salinas

Thursday

Alicante, Jávea, Pego, Villajoyosa, Campell, Cocentaina, Villena, Agost, Aspe, Hondon de los Frailes, Jijona, Rojales, Agres, Albatera, Algeña, Benidoleig, Gandía,

Friday

Alfas del Pi, Dénia, Gata de gorgos, Moraira, Finestrat, Torrevieja, Crevillente, Petrer, Lliber, Moraira, Calp, El Pilar de la Horadada, Albatera, Bañeres, Monforte del Cid, Onil, Bebejúzar, Beniarrés, Granja de Rocamora, Montesinos, Muro de Alcoy, Benidoleig, Sella, Vergel, Rafal, Tibi, Oliva

Saturday

Alicante, Benissa, Callosa d’en Sarrià, Xaló, El Verger, Sanet I Negrals, Calpe, Elche, Pedreguer, Santa Pola, Almoradí, Alcoy, Bañeres, Novelda, San Cicente del Raspeig, Alguería, Gaianes, Castalla, Hondon de las Nieves, Catral, Castell de Castells, Relleu, La Romana, Salinas, Elda, Gandía

Sunday

Alicante, Benidorm, Pedreguer, Lliber, El Verger, Campo de Guardamar, Las Dunas, Aigües de Busot, Torremanzanas, Busot, Benferri, Algueña, Alfafara, Pilar de la Horadada

Flea markets (Rastros)
Tuesday

Altea

Wednesday

Calpe, Safari Park Vergel (10h-17h)

Friday

Denia

Saturday

Jalón, Benidorm

Sunday

Benidorm, Pedreguer, Lliber, La Nucía, Polop, Teulada, Rastrillo de Domingo “Villa de Onil”

THE CULTURAL ACTVITIES

There are countless cultural and leisure activities to be carried out in the region:

Bar/pub, discotheque, restaurant, cinema, park and garden, historical site, museum, theater, festival, antiques & bric-a-brac, cellar and wine tasting, fitness center, beauty center, …

 

We invite you for the moment to contact the tourist office.

THE SPORTS ACTVITIES
Hiking
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Sierra de Bernia

It is a SW-NE sub-betic mountain chain that unites and separates the regions of Marina Baja and Marina Alta. It is about 9 km long and is located between the valley of the Algar river and the Barranco de Mascarat, opening through an imposing gorge, crowned by spectacular steep rocks, the highest point in the Sierra de Bernia, at 1,128 Meters above sea level.

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Cycling tours
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The Costa Blanca is one of the most popular places for cycling enthusiasts and especially Mountain Bike. Its reliefs and landscapes make the practice of cycling in this coastal region but also in the land, a real pleasure for all those who live their lives on two wheels.

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Golf
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The Costa Blanca is a true sanctuary for golfer of all hairs. 21 courses, including 3 pitch & putt, are open all year round. Most of them are on the coast.

Discover the best golf courses in the area. You will not regret it !

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Others

The region is full of other sports activities, such as paragliding, climbing, all maritime activities,…

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Things to Do: Bathing, pedalo, snorkelling, scuba diving, scuba diving, water skiing, jet skiing, surfing, windsurfing, sailing, golf, tennis, squash, riding school, Hiking, climbing, mountain bike, parasailing, paragliding, boat trips, horse trecking, mini-golf, go-karting, bowling, fishing, angling, spear fishing, pétanque field

Activities requiring supervision: Diving school, riding school

We present some photos of the region. Discover Lliber, a small village near Alcalali. Or enjoy an excellent ham in the sun in the veranda of the bar of Casa Alleluia in Xalo.